M&O WORKER - OPERATIONS SUPPORT (SWING SHIFT)

OVERVIEW

About Public Works

Kitsap County Public Works Department is dedicated to making our communities better and safer places to live, work, and play.

Our mission is to provide the citizens of Kitsap County with quality service in the planning, maintenance and operations of public works facilities. We are committed to delivering these services in a courteous, expedient, and professional manner. We are accredited through the American Public Works Association.

The Sewer Utility Division
The Sewer Utility Division operates four sewage treatment plants and maintains 58 pump stations, 148 miles of gravity pipe, 37 miles of force mains and 3,775 manholes in Kitsap County. Other services include construction plan review and inspections, sewer utility billing, community education and outreach, GIS mapping, maintenance of sewer records and responding to public information requests. It is our goal to protect public health and the environment while providing cost effective service for our customers.

Position Information

The M&O Worker - Operations Support position is responsible primarily for completing janitorial duties at the sewer treatment plant. The position works a swing shift schedule so duties also include communicating emergency information from phone calls or plant alarms panels to the correct personnel after regular business hours. This position also includes completing plant rounds, recording data, and assisting the onsite Plant Operator.

QUALIFICATIONS FOR PERFORMANCE OF THE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Required Education and Experience

• Six months of practical experience in general maintenance, custodial work, or water/wastewater operations.

Driving Requirements (If applicable)
The successful incumbent must meet the driving requirements of this position and submit a copy a current driving record/abstract (from state of residency) to review for eligibility to drive for Kitsap County prior to employment. The successful incumbent must obtain a valid Washington State Driver’s License prior to hire and maintain a satisfactory driving record as outlined in the Kitsap County Vehicle Use Policy. This position is categorized as:
Category 1: Driver operates County-owned vehicle.
Required Licenses, Certificates, Examinations/Tests and Other Requirements
Please note: The incumbent is responsible for obtaining and maintaining all of the following required licenses, certifications and other requirements.

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must:

• Submit official transcripts from an accredited college or university or business school, if education is being used to meet the minimum qualifications.
• Pass all job-related examinations/tests necessary to demonstrate required knowledge, skills and abilities, as determined by the hiring authority at time of job posting.
• Pass a medical evaluation that includes a physical and audiometric testing.
• Authorize and complete a criminal background check. Information received is reviewed on a case-by-case basis and will not necessarily remove a candidate from consideration.

Within six months of appointment, the successful candidate must:

• Obtain CPR and First Aid certificate.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of:

• General custodial activities, including spot cleaning carpets, mopping and waxing floors, sanitizing restrooms.
• The principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment used in general building maintenance and custodial work.
• The occupational hazards and safety standards applicable to the work.

Skills and/or Ability to:

• Knowledge of general custodial activities including spot cleaning, mopping and waxing floors, sanitizing restrooms and other work areas.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices applied in the safe and efficient use of tools and equipment used in general building maintenance and custodial work
• Knowledge of general purpose tools, materials and chemicals
• Knowledge of safety and security precautions necessary and applicable in area of assignment
• Knowledge of ordinary lawn maintenance tools and equipment
• Effectively plan and organize duties to complete tasks in prescribed time frames.
• Provide excellent customer service and effectively enforce rules and regulations with the public (mainly septic haulers).
• Answer the phone after business hours with proper etiquette and process information to accurately inform staff.
• Skill in effective communication, both oral and written, sufficient to exchange or convey information, and to receive work direction
• Basic computer skills required to enter and extract information from automated systems and related software applications
• Skill in the operation of automotive vehicles and equipment requiring less than a commercial drivers’ license
• Skill using two-way radios and/or traffic control techniques
• Skill in the safe handling and proper disposal of general purpose cleaning chemicals
• Skill in working with a variety of individuals from diverse backgrounds
• Skill in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
• Ability to work and stand outdoors for extended periods, under unfavorable weather conditions.
• Ability to learn and operate assigned equipment skillfully, safely and in conformance with applicable laws or regulations.
• Ability to establish and maintain an effective working relationship with the public and with other County employees.
• Ability to meet the assignment locations and travel requirements of the position.
• Ability to perform heavy manual labor.
• Ability to understand and read oral and written instructions.
• Ability to operate and maintain assigned tools and equipment skillfully and safely.
• Ability to drive light trucks and forklift.
• Ability to recognize occupational hazards and work safely within applicable standards.

Working Conditions/Physical Activities:
(The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Kitsap County provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions).

Positions in this class typically require:

• Perform work at a treatment plant and in the field.
• Operate power scrubbers, buffers, waxers, power tools, and climbing on ladders.
• Clear speaking and adequate hearing sufficient to communicate effectively and respond appropriately both in-person and on the telephone.
• Reaching, handling/grasping tools and documents, walking for extended periods of time.
• Work outdoors for extended periods of time in inclement weather.
• Coordination to operate power tools.
• Vision sufficient to observe activities and elements of the work site and read source materials.
• Repetitive motions/manual dexterity for use of tools.
• Bending, stooping and reaching while cleaning work sites.
• Exertion of force of 75 pounds occasionally and/or 50 pounds frequently to lift/carry/move tools and other materials.

Incumbents may be exposed to:

• Potentially hazardous conditions may be present when operating power and hand tools, when driving or maintaining facilities at various locations in a variety of weather conditions.
• Toxic chemicals, noxious fumes, wastewater, dust, exhaust fumes, hazardous chemicals and fumes, herbicide, insecticides and pesticides.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE OF DUTIES

(Any one position may not include all of the duties listed nor do the listed examples include all tasks which may be found in the positions of this class.)

Essential Job Functions:

• Performs day-to-day janitorial duties at plant buildings: Emptying trash, dusting, sweeping and mopping floors, cleaning and disinfecting restrooms and break rooms, replenishing towels, tissue, soaps, and other supplies, clearing sinks and toilets to drain properly, restocking supplies, and stripping and refinishing wax on tile floors as needed.
• Maintain building and plant grounds security after hours: Verify the doors, windows, and gates are secured, assist after hours septic haulers while on site, and set alarms before leaving the plant.
• Perform plant rounds and routine checks: Reads meters, gauges, clocks, monitors computer supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) system, documents and records data, and informs supervisor of potential plant problems.
• Assists in loading, moving, and unloading supplies, equipment, and furniture.
• Acknowledge alarm conditions and emergency calls and follow the duty supervisor’s instructions to dispatch personnel.

Other Job Duties:

• Perform other related duties as required.
• Complies with all policies and standards.
  
  

OTHER POSITION RELATED INFORMATION

Positions in this classification are:

• Who May Apply: This position is open to the general public. Applications will be screened for qualifications and completion of all the required materials and forms. The most competitive applicants may be contacted for further steps in the selection process, which may include testing for office and computer skills.
• This position is classified as eligible for overtime under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA)
• This position is covered under a collective bargaining agreement with TEAMSTERS UTILITIES and the Kitsap County Personnel Manual ) Membership in the union is optional. Internal applicants should be aware that a change in union status or bargaining unit may impact your benefits and accruals. Please contact Human Resources if you have questions.
• Kitsap County is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please contact our Human Resources Office.
• Work hours for this position are 3:00 pm - 11:30 pm. Flexible hours may be available, as approved by management.
• Only authorized employees and hiring authorities have access to the application materials submitted. Per RCW 42.56.250, all applications for public employment, including the names of applicants, resumes, and other related materials submitted with respect to an applicant are exempt from public inspection.
• Public Works employees are considered 'essential employees' and are expected to report to duty on time and remain at work until the end of the scheduled shift even if an inclement weather event or emergency is declared.
  
  

At Kitsap County, we strive to take care of our team! Our employees are the greatest asset of Kitsap County, and we take pride in offering a highly competitive compensation and benefits package to all eligible employees.

County Paid Benefits Include:
Medical - Kaiser Permanente (HMO) or Aetna (PPO)
Dental -Delta Dental or Willamette
Vision - VSP
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Life Insurance - Basic, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D), Voluntary Term Life Insurance (VTL)
Disability - Short-term disability & Long-term disability
Voya Voluntary Insurance
Transportation incentives
Employee Assistance Program
Travel Assistance Program
Wellness program https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Wellness.aspx
Benefits become effective on the first calendar day of the month following the month in which the employee is hired except if the employee's hire date is the first calendar day of the month, benefits begin on the day of hire. More information about employee benefits is available on the county's website at: https://spf.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Benefits.aspx or the Kitsap County Digital Benefits Guide .

*Voluntary benefit options also available at the employee's expense

Retirement:
Employees are covered under the PERS retirement plan provided through the Washington State Department of Retirement Systems and Social Security.

Deferred Compensation (IRS Plan 457b): tax-deferred savings program

Holidays
11 paid holidays and 2 additional floating holiday per year

Vacation Leave
New employees are credited with 48 hours of annual leave upon hire and will be begin accruing at the rate of 8 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 360 hours from one calendar year to the next. Annual leave accrual will increase upon tenure, as follows:

Upon completion of 3 years: 15 days per year (10.00 hours per month)
Upon completion of 5 years: 20 days per year (13.33 hours per month)
Upon completion of 10 years: 25 days per year (16.67 hours per month)
Sick Leave
All new hires will be credited with 48 hours of sick leave upon hire and will begin accruing at the rate of 10 hours per month starting on their 7th month of employment. Employees may carry over 1200 hours from one calendar year to the next.

***Part-time employees benefit contributions and leave accruals will beprorated***

Current County Employees
If you are transferring or promoting into this position you are responsible for reviewing these benefit changes; prior to accepting a position. In addition, it is your responsibility to notify the Auditor's Payroll Division of a change in union status.

Union Membership
This position is covered under Public Works Teamsters Local 589collective bargaining agreement. To view the bargaining agreement please visit our website: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Collective-Bargaining-Agreements.aspx

NOTE: This is a general overview of the benefits offered through employment with Kitsap County, and every effort has been made to ensure its accuracy. If any information on this document conflicts or is incorrect with the provisions of the Personnel Manual, applicable laws, policies, rules or official plan documents they will prevail. The Personnel Manual is available at: https://www.kitsapgov.com/hr/Pages/Personnel-Manual-2019.aspx

Closing Date/Time: 10/1/2024 11:59 PM Pacific

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